How concerned should we be about the Delta variant? UC Riverside July 8, 2021 Experts share their thoughts about the SARS-CoV-2 variant, which is now in nearly every state.
UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism lecturer, students and alumni honored in 2021 Pulitzer Prizes UC Berkeley School of Journalism July 1, 2021 Their prize-winning work spans topics from George Floyd, the use of police dogs, the coronavirus pandemic, and sea rise.
Saving native oysters UC Santa Barbara July 1, 2021 Conservation aquaculture could bring more native oysters to plates and estuaries along the west coast.
Can we fireproof our houses? UC Davis July 1, 2021 Michele Barbato is looking in unexpected places for ways to build affordable homes that can handle disaster, including wildfires.
Award-winning UC Merced grad works to improve wheelchair accessibility UC Merced July 1, 2021 Strauss Foundation scholar Joseph Bello focuses on getting people the wheelchairs they need, faster.
Why can’t I sleep? UCSF July 1, 2021 Why are some of us insomniacs and others “super sleepers”? Researchers are finding answers in our genes.
Increased use of household fireworks creates a public health hazard, study finds UC Irvine June 30, 2021 The impacts are most pronounced in Southern California’s low-income communities, researchers say.
Can we remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere? UC Riverside June 24, 2021 Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is higher than its been for millions of years. A technique called direct air capture could help.
Powerful people are less likely to be understanding when mistakes are made UC San Diego June 24, 2021 Those with privilege are less aware of constraints others face and are more likely to punish subordinates, new research shows.
Don’t be alarmed by rising prices for homes, cars, and gas UC Berkeley June 24, 2021 Scholars say the inflation surge is likely to be temporary as the economy emerges from the pandemic.